In this issue: Courageous water rescue cop honoured with Bravery Award; coverage of the 2014 annual conference.

In this issue: Black Fern Selica Winiata scoops Police Association Sportsperson of the Year; Kiwi cops return from DVI mission for downed flight MH17; and, having a laugh - the power of humour in policing.

In this issue: Policing behind the lens - frontline photographers; how Kiwi crims are stockpiling illegal weapons; policing in Vanuatu; and, farewell to long-serving association CEO Christ Pentecost.

In this issue: Inside the dog handler's domain; election 2014 - law and order policies from the main parties; and, reflecting on the untimely death of Constable James Butler.

In this issue: Frustration over Police equity and diversity policies; inside the new command centres; stories from the early days of the AOS; and a hepatitis alert for staff.

In this issue: Police pants put through their paces; a legal high hangover from synthetics; we catch up with our rookie constables after one year in the job; and scam buster cop Terry Johnson.